English · Culture & Society
spectator
/spekˈteɪ.tər/
[/spekˈteɪ.tər/]
person who watches
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A person who watches an event, especially a sports match or public show, without taking part. Spectators form the audience.
Example
Thousands of spectators packed the stadium to watch the final match of the tournament.
Thousands of spectators packed the stadium to watch the final match of the tournament.
Etymology
From Latin 'spectator' (onlooker), from 'spectare' (to watch), from 'specere' (to look).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for audiences at sports and public events.